I’ve learned so many things from Marte Cliff whose blogs are inspiring and always offer such teachable moments for us all!If you aren’t following Marte you need to start as she is a real estate copywriter with a past – in real estate! You can learn so…

It’s that time of year again and we can expect as many as 7,000 runners to participate in the 24th annual 3M Half Marathon. Plan on a hilly race as you take to running in the streets and through neighborhoods in our Texas Capital this Sunday January 2…

I always enjoy walking through Zilker Park. Right by Barton Springs there is a statue called Philosopher’s Rock that I just love!  What a wonderful local attraction. The first time I noticed it, I was taken with the laid back way these three men were …

Another chilly weekend but the sun was out with blue skies so no complaining. I received 2 offers on my single story listing in the Enclave so we are under contract! A neighbor reached out by email who is living out of the country but wants to sell hi…

I always take note of anything Ron and Alexandra Seigel (the marketing gurus) have to say when it comes to branding and marketing. When listing properties, it often takes in depth research, to know where to target your marketing. Sadly many are not wi…

I love my referral this week on a place to meet friends and family and enjoy good food in a charming neighborhood. You can even meet for afternoon tea with all the trimmings! It’s just down the street from my son’s new office building in the family fr…

I understand the meaning of the word Weltanschauung but know I’m also still butchering the pronunciation! Whether it’s pronounced right or not it’s the meaning that’s important: “The guiding principles and philosophy of an organization; a world view.”…

In our Active Rain forum guidelines are established to ensure as participants we represent our industry as true, transparent and professional. The very first word in our AR community guidelines is the word “RESPECT.” This is the foundation our guideli…

I’ve had the pleasure to meet and work with a dynamic lady selling her home and finding another that fitted her new lifestyle. Ramona Oliver is an Austin retiree who lets no grass grow under her feet. She pursues a passionate interest in positive agin…